2009 Jaguar XK vs. 1965 Moretti 2500
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 2500 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 2500. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 402 kg more than 1965 Moretti 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 2500. 2009 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1965 Moretti 2500 has manual transmission. 1965 Moretti 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 1965 Moretti 2500 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Moretti |
| Model | XK | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
